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Somen Salad
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Somen Salad

This chilled somen noodle salad is a family favorite and a staple at Hawaiian potlucks. Inspired by my Aunt Tracie’s version, it’s a Japanese-American fusion dish layered with cold noodles, crisp lettuce, kamaboko, char siu, and a savory sesame-soy dressing. It’s light, flavorful, and easy to make ahead for any gathering.

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Easy Japanese Curry Sauce
American Food, Dinner, Sandwiches, Sauce, Japanese Food Kelsey Kiyota American Food, Dinner, Sandwiches, Sauce, Japanese Food Kelsey Kiyota

Easy Japanese Curry Sauce

This bold and savory Japanese curry dipping sauce is a rich, concentrated take on traditional Japanese curry—no potatoes, just pure flavor! Perfect for dunking crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, adding to udon noodles, or using as a stir-fry base. Easy to customize and made with pantry staples, this curry is cozy comfort food with a creative twist.

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